Technician [Signalling Maintenance]

5 months ago


Barking, United Kingdom Network Rail Full time

Brief Description

What's in it for me?

·A fresh start - you don't need to pay for expensive training courses or re-sit any exams, this is an entry level job and full training will be provided

·Development in a range of practical trades and skills to get you to the next career level; many maintenance workers progress to management roles - there's no stopping you at Network Rail

·Great pension plus the chance to join Network Rail's leading defined contribution pension scheme after five years' service

·75% discount on leisure rail travel for you and your family

·28 days' annual leave

·Extra earning potential: 35-hour week with overtime opportunities (there may be a requirement to work on call)

About the role (External)

What are you looking for?

Our technicians play a vital role in our maintenance teams. You don't necessarily need rail experience, but you do need to show how your transferable skills meet the following:

·Leadership – You're able to lead, motivate and direct a team for safe and efficient work delivery.

· Effective communicator  – You'll need strong communication skills and be able to deliver clear instructions to the team and other colleagues.

· Technical skills  –You'll have knowledge and experience of inspection, faulting, maintenance and renewal techniques in the discipline that you are applying for.

· Safety  – You consistently role model safe behaviours, can arrange and implement safe systems of work, and are confident to challenge if you think a situation is unsafe.

· Problem solver  – You'll be persistent in finding safe and effective solutions. You'll consistently develop your skills and competencies relevant to your discipline, keeping up to date with new standards, procedures and instructions. To issues you find out in your working environment.

· Willingness to learn  – You'll consistently develop your skills and competencies relevant to your discipline, keeping up to date with new standards, procedures and instructions.

· Relevant qualification  – You'll ideally hold an NVQ Level 1 or 2 linked to the discipline you are applying for. Or you have achieved an equivalent level of relevant experience.

It matters that this is the right role for you.

Here's some additional information which might help you:

·Shifts – Technician roles involve a changing shift pattern including days, nights and weekends.

·Outdoor working - Our technicians work outside in all weathers and so you'll be comfortable working in different conditions.

·Safe working - Offers of employment are subject to drug and alcohol testing and passing of the relevant medical assessment and BPSS pre-employment checks. This will include a hearing and eyesight examination.

·Driving - As a technician you'll also need a driving licence (category B) so you can drive Network Rail vehicles.

·Commute times - You'll also need to be within a 60-minute commute of the location that you're applying for.

What does a Technician do?

Our technicians provide the essential link between the team leader and the team's operatives.

Technicians specialise in a range of disciplines and for this role you'll become a specialist in:

Signalling & Telecoms . You'll be working with equipment including signals that control when trains can run, level crossings, and points systems. With your willingness to learn, you'll develop a huge range of technical skills across a range of manual, electrical and digital equipment.

Don't meet every requirement?

Research suggests that individuals from underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply for a job if they don't meet all the listed criteria. We are building a diverse and inclusive place to work where people of all backgrounds can thrive. We encourage you to apply for this role.

We're a Disability Confident organisation and we'll try our best to adapt to suit individual needs.

Start your career journey with Network Rail and apply now.



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